Organic Hemp Seed Kernels

History

Cannabis sativa is an annual herbaceous plant native to Central Asia, now acclimatized in Europe and America. The plants' height varies up to five metres, and it has resinous and angular outgrowths. Non-basal leaves are alternate, palmate and lanceolate, with sharp tips of up to 10 cm in length. Its fruit is the brown achenes that hold the seeds tight. 

In Italy, industrial cultivation is permitted under Ministerial Circular of Ministry of Agricultural, Food and Forestry Policies n. 1 rec. 200 dated 8 May 2002, but is limited to certified hemp varieties especially selected for their negligible THC content — the main active pharmacological and psychotropic substance within it. 

Hemp seeds can be eaten raw, ground into powder, germinated, or processed into vegetable drinks and hemp juices. They can be used to prepare herbal teas and used in the preparation of bakery products. Fresh leaves can be used to prepare salads. 

A 2012 study examined 40 samples extracted from hulled seeds and hemp seed shells, using different solvents. The study also evaluated its ability to counteract free radicals and its total phenolic content. Correlation analyses indicated that the antioxidants in hemp contained in two extracts were suitable for evaluating its anti-oxidant capabilities. Indeed, the two compounds showed a significant counteractive and protective effect against the oxidation in vitro of human low-density lipoproteins compared to that shown flaxseed, grapeseed and soybeans extracts. The results suggest that hemp seed extract is a powerful natural source of antioxidants and could bring benefits to oxidative stress prevention.¹ 

Magnesium, among its many benefits, contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and healthy muscle and psychological function. It also aids electrolyte balance and protein synthesis and plays an important role in cell division.² 

Calcium has multiple actions: it is needed for the maintenance of normal bones and teeth, contributes to normal muscle function, energy metabolism, normal blood clotting, normal neurotransmission and normal function of digestive enzymes.² 

Potassium contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system, normal muscle function and the maintenance of normal blood pressure.² 

¹ Chen T, He J, Zhang J, Li X, Zhang H, Hao J, Li L. “The Isolation and Identification of Two Compounds with Predominant Radical Scavenging Activity in Hempseed (Seed Of Cannabis Sativa L.).” Food Chem. 2012 Sep 15. 

² Cappelli e Vannucchi - Chimica degli alimenti. Conservazione e trasformazioni. 

Source: 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabis_sativa 

https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cannabis_sativa 

The advice provided SHOULD IN NO WAY BE CONSIDERED AS MEDICAL ADVICE OR PRESCRIPTION. The information provided shall be considered for informative and educational purposes only, it is not intended to replace medical advice. 

Properties

According to our analyses, 100 g of organic hemp seed kernels contain:

• Pantothenic acid (1.0 mg — 17% of NRV)
• Niacin (3.0 mg — 19% of NRV)
• Vitamin E (4.4 mg — 37% of NRV)
• Potassium (896 mg — 45% of NRV)
• Selenium (26 µg - 47% of NRV)
• Vitamin K (44 µg - 59% of NRV)
• Vitamin B6 (0.91 mg — 65% of NRV)
• Iron (11 mg — 79% of NRV)
• Zinc (9.2 mg — 92% of NRV)
• Copper (1.1 mg - 110% of NRV)
• Thiamine (1.3 mg — 118% of NRV)
• Magnesium (527 mg — 141% of NRV)
• Phosphorus (1158 mg — 165% of NRV)
• Manganese (7.2 mg — 360% of NRV)
• Protein (24 g)
• Fibre (6.1 g)

Dose recommendations

Each pack of 1 kg of organic hemp seed kernels contains about 32 portions of 30 g that provide: 

• 50% of the Nutrient Reference Value of Phosphorus; 
• 42% of the Nutrient Reference Value of Magnesium; 
• 32% of the Nutrient Reference Value of Copper. 

Individual needs will vary according to age, gender, weight and physical activity. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are the basis of your well-being. 

Affordable price

Affordable price means to us offering natural our clients organic hemp seed kernels that everybody can enjoy.  
We want, on the one hand, to place the proper value on raw materials in order to obtain a quality product by paying our farmers a fair price; on the other hand, we want to fulfil your needs when it comes to pricing. 

We establish fair long-term relationships with our producers to avoid race-to-the-bottom pricing and that are based on trust as part of our efforts to offer you the finest and most natural product. 

Not only that: by choosing large packs of organic hemp seed kernels you are also contributing to the reduction in the use of plastic. 

Storage

You can store our organic hemp seed kernels in cool, dry places away from heat and moisture. Here are 4 useful tips: 

• The best way to store organic hemp seed kernels is in a refrigerated environment. Nuturally organic hemp seed kernels can also be stored at room temperature during the winter season due to low temperatures. During summer, however, it is advisable to store the product in the refrigerator or in the coolest possible environment, as increased temperatures could encourage decay. 
• The ideal container for the storage of organic hemp seed kernels is glass. Indeed, because of its composition it is impervious to chemical agents and gases, and, as it has excellent insulation properties, it holds the initial temperature for longer than other materials. It is even better if the glass is coloured: using coloured glass blocks the entry of certain wavelengths of light (including ultraviolet), and thus certain nutritional and organoleptic characteristics remain unaltered.  
• The type of closure of the container is also important as an airtight cap ensures that the food is protected from excessive contact with oxygen that can lead to lipid oxidation and encourage the growth of aerobic bacteria. 
• The best kind of storage environment is one which is well ventilated because ventilating the premises keeps internal humidity under control, which otherwise could escape from windows, thereby guaranteeing the right balance to lessen the onset of mould.